{"id":208,"date":"2017-08-15T22:35:29","date_gmt":"2017-08-15T22:35:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dgdental.com\/blog\/?p=208"},"modified":"2017-11-30T18:56:36","modified_gmt":"2017-11-30T18:56:36","slug":"dentist-in-west-orange-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dgdental.com\/blog\/dentist-in-west-orange-2\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Point Checklist: Do You Need to See Your Dentist for a Root Canal?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"womanYou might shudder at the thought of receiving a root canal. However, this procedure, wherein your dentist in West Orange will remove the infected and\/or damaged part of a tooth, can preserve your smile and spare you from pain. But how do you know if you need a root canal<\/a>? If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, it\u2019s time to seek a professional diagnosis.<\/p>\n

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Tooth Discoloration<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s normal for your teeth to become discolored over time. It might be because of your daily cup of Joe, your affection for red wine, or for other reasons. You can look into professional whitening services to restore your smile\u2019s brilliance.<\/p>\n

However, discoloration is a cause for alarm if one tooth is considerably darker than the others. This is a sign that the pulp inside the tooth is infected.<\/p>\n

Extreme Sensitivity<\/h2>\n

When you eat very hot or cold foods, you probably expect to experience some discomfort in your teeth. Alarm bells should only go off the sensitivity crosses the line into pain and if it persists even after your teeth are no longer exposed to extreme temperatures.<\/p>\n

Pimples on Your Gums<\/h2>\n

Your gums should never have acne. If you notice a little pimple-like bump on your gums that go away, it\u2019s a sign that you might have an abscess. Other symptoms of an abscessed tooth<\/a> include:<\/p>\n